SBCS-Career Guidance Booklet. SBCS-A Great Place to Learn

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1 IT, Engineering and Design Careers: 35

2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Area of Study Information Technology Description Information Technology professionals are in high demand throughout the world. These individuals are responsible for designing, developing, maintaining and enhancing the Information Systems of organisations. Each day new careers are created for IT professionals, so if you enjoy the thrill and exhilaration of working with cutting-edge, dynamic technology, then an IT career may be well suited to you. Qualifications offered at SBCS Pathway 1 ABE Association of Business Executives Level 4 Diploma in Business Management (Management Information Systems pathway) BTEC HND (UK) Higher National Diploma in Computing and Systems Development UoG University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems UoG University of Greenwich: MSc Information Systems and Management HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: MBA (Masters in Business Administration) HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: DBA (Doctorate in Business Administration) Pathway 2 UoL University of London: Diploma in Computing and Information Systems UoL University of London: BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems UoG University of Greenwich: MSc Information Systems and Management HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: MBA (Masters in Business Administration) HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: DBA (Doctorate in Business Administration) Career Opportunities Qualities required 36 Details: SBCS: ABE: BTEC: UoG: UoL: HWU, EBS: Business Analyst, Computer Support Specialist, Consultant, Database Administrator, Desktop Publisher, E-Commerce Specialist, Help Desk Administrator, Network Administrator, Network Support Specialist, Network Technician, Programmer, Repair Technician, Security Specialist, Software Engineer, Systems Analyst, Systems Engineer, Website Designer Logical, creative, imaginative, multi-tasker, problem-solver, technical and interpersonal skills. See flow chart

3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREER PATHWAYS At SBCS 4 CXC/O Levels inclusive of Mathematics and English ABE: Level 4 Diploma in Business Management (Management Information Systems pathway) 6-9 months CAPE/A-levels OR ABE Diploma OR a combination of working experience and academic qualifications BTEC: Higher National Diploma in Computing & Systems Development 2 years 6 months (average) University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) in Computing and Information Systems 1 year-1 year 6 months University of Greenwich: MSc Information Systems Management 2 years or Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): MBA 3 years Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): DBA 3-7 years 37

4 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREER PATHWAYS At SBCS 4 CXC/O Levels inclusive of Mathematics and English University of London: Diploma in Computing and Information Systems 2 years University of London: *BSc (Hons) Computing and Information Systems *3 years *2 years with Diploma entry CAPE/A Levels University of Greenwich: MSc Information Systems Management 2 years and/or Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): MBA 3 years Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): DBA 3-7 years 38

5 Levi Morris BSc Computing and Information Systems (First Class Honours) University of London I would recommend this BSc Computing and Information Systems degree, because of the vastness of material covered within this degree, allowing for the future undergraduate to appreciate the many areas that are encompassed in IT/IS. My happiest moments at SBCS were working on programming assignments with friends. Khaliq Ali BSc (Hons) COMPUTING & INFORMATION SYSTEMS (First class honours) University of Greenwich Business Analyst - Guardian Life of the Caribbean The UOG BSc in Computing was ideal for my situation as it covered a broad range of topics that include Project Management, software development and databases. Lecturers were highly knowledgeable, using interactive teaching styles where participation was encouraged, ensuring that all students were on the same page. The course syllabi delivered a good balance of theory and practical exercises and rigorously tested the requisite skills. At this time I am in a much better position to speak the language of both the business and technical terms and take ownership of various tracks on IT projects. 39

6 CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT (BUILDING SERVICES ENGINEERING) Area of Study Construction and the Built Environment Description The maintenance of buildings and other medium to large facilities, has been recognised as a distinct activity, separate and apart from the activity of building. A facility that cost 100 million dollars to build may easily require 10 million dollars a year in maintenance if it is to be kept at the required level of operational efficiency. Qualifications offered at SBCS BTEC HND (UK) Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment UoG University of Greenwich: B.Eng. (Hons) Engineering Management (Construction)* SBCS School of Business and Computer Science: Fundamentals of Health, Safety and Environment UoG University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health and Environment HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: MBA Masters in Business Administration HWU Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School: DBA (Doctorate in Business Administration) Career Opportunities Qualities required Details: SBCS: BTEC: UoG: HWU, EBS: Building Inspector, Building/Facilities Manager, Mechanical and Electrical Surveyors (Building Services), Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services), Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services), Operations Manager, Consultant Multi-talented, loves working outdoors, able to apply technical skills to dynamic real world problems. See flow chart Persons interested in this programme and who may not hold any of the above qualifications may be interviewed and accepted, even if they are not currently employed in the field. *Subject to UOG and ACTT approvals 40

7 CONSTRUCTION AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT CAREER SBCS CAPE/A-levels OR ABE Diploma OR a combination of working experience and academic qualifications BTEC: Higher National Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) 2 years 6 months Fundamentals of Health, Safety & Environment University of Greenwich: B.Eng. (Hons) Engineering Management (Construction)* Final year Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): MBA 3 years University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety, Health & Environment 2-3 years Heriot-Watt University (Edinburgh Business School): DBA 3-4 years *Subject to ACTT/MTEST approval 41

8 ENGINEERING ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC Area of Study Description Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) Engineers are in demand the world over as countries irrespective of size, seek to build and/or improve their physical infrastructure. Engineers and engineering technicians find employment in a multitude of areas, as wherever human civilization exists, they are in demand. Qualifications offered at SBCS City and Guilds: Certificate in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering City and Guilds: Diploma in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering City and Guilds: Advanced Diploma in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering *UoG University of Greenwich: BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Career Opportunities Qualities required Details: SBCS: City and Guilds: UoG: Engineering Technician, Senior Engineering Technician, Electrical / Mechanical Engineer, Senior Electrical / Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Consultant / Lecturer Practical, love to understand how things work, how to improve them and dream of working for a local or engineering firm or as an independent consultant. See flow chart *Subject to ACTT/MTEST approval 42

9 ENGINEERING CAREER PATHWAY AT SBCS 4 CXC/O Levels inclusive of Mathematics and English City & Guilds: Certificate in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering 1 year City & Guilds: Diploma in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering 1 year City & Guilds: Advanced Diploma in Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering 1 year Diploma in Electrical and Electronics from UTT or NEC High National Diploma (HND) Electrical and Electronic Engineering 2 year University of Greenwich BEng (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering* 2-2½ years Entry from Advanced Diploma 2 years Entry from HND EEE 1year *ACTT approved 43

10 Richard Assue Graduate of City and Guilds Applied Electrical and Electronic Engineering Programme (Recognition for outstanding achievement) If I say that I succeeded in the programme because I worked hard that would only be half the truth. The facilities at the school were very comfortable, the equipment was up to date, and the flexible classes were also very convenient. Equally important were the staff and lecturers who were all encouraging. All of these contributed to my success. This programme gave me more confidence in myself and has opened avenues for me in electrical/electronics. 44

11 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY Area of Study Description Qualifications offered at SBCS Occupational Health and Safety Health and Safety professionals are now a constant in the majority of today s modern organisations. These professionals inter alia ensure that the working environment is safe and suitable for both employees and customers. The area of health and safety is of even more importance to those in the manufacturing and oil and gas sectors, where small lapses in judgment can have serious repercussions for the organisation, its staff, its customers and, in some cases surrounding communities and countries. Standard Entry UoG University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health and Environment UoG - University of Greenwich: MSc in Safety, Health and Environment / Occupational Hygiene Non-Standard Entry (Diploma Level) SBCS School of Business and Computer Science: Fundamentals of Health, Safety and Environment SBCS School of Business and Computer Science: Matriculation to BSc (Hons) Occupational Health, Safety and Environment UoG University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health and Environment UoG - University of Greenwich: MSc in Safety, Health and Environment / Occupational Hygiene Career Opportunities Qualities required Details: SBCS: UoG: Health and Safety Officer, Health Inspector, Regulatory Compliance Officer, Safety Advisor, Safety Engineer Able to work under pressure, problem-solver, ability to understand people and how they relate to their working environments. See flow chart 45

12 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY CAREER PATHWAYS At SBCS STANDARD ENTRY (ASSOCIATE DEGREE/HND LEVEL) Associate Degree in Health and Safety or NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in HSE University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety, Health & Environment 2-3 years University of Greenwich: MSc in Safety, Health & Environment/Occupational Hygiene 2 years 46

13 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY CAREER PATHWAYS At SBCS NON-STANDARD ENTRY (DIPLOMA LEVEL) Diploma in Health and Safety or (UWI 2yr PT/1yr FT Certificate in Safety, Health and Environmental Management Diploma in any Science or Engineering discipline Fundamentals of Health, Safety & Environment can do both FHSE & Matriculation simultaneously Matriculation to BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health & Environment 4 months University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety, Health & Environment 2-3 years University of Greenwich: MSc in Safety, Health & Environment/Occupational Hygiene 2 years 47

14 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY CAREER PATHWAYS At SBCS NON-STANDARD ENTRY (ASSOCIATE DEGREE/HND LEVEL) Higher National Diploma or Associate Degree in any Science or Engineering discipline Fundamentals of Health, Safety & Environment University of Greenwich: BSc (Hons) in Occupational Safety, Health & Environment 2-3 years University of Greenwich: MSc in Safety, Health & Environment/Occupational Hygiene 2 years 48

15 Fiona Geoffroy MSc Safety, Health and Environment 2011 Award Winner The British Occupational Hygiene Society Book Prize for Best Dissertation on Accredited Programme I chose to pursue a Master s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety and Environment as I am passionate about making a positive change, no matter how small, to the safety culture within my working environment. SBCS, being a highly reputable tertiary education provider delivered an internationally accredited degree programme and a learning environment that was ideal in helping me to realise my full potential and achieve academic success. Leo Knights School of Architecture, Design & Construction, University of Greenwich BSc. (Hons) Occupational Safety, Health and Environment 09 MSc. Occupational Hygiene 11 My journey through the School of Business and Computer Science from was both rewarding and life changing. Determined to raise the standard in Occupational Safety and Health, I sought to acquire the academic instruments provided at the tertiary level. The result was twofold. Firstly, the programme empowered me with the necessary tools to be an effective agent in the management of change. Secondly, the astute and professional guidance offered by lecturers and staff, coupled with self-discipline and commitment, were instrumental in my achieving First Class Honours at the BSc. level. This was the catalyst for my enrolment in the MSc. Occupational Hygiene programme, which I successfully completed in November I fervently advise present and prospective students to manage your time wisely and to be committed to achieving excellence in this dynamic and competitive global environment. 49

16 TELECOMMUNICATIONS Area of Study Telecommunications Description It has been said that the world is becoming smaller and interconnected. The dramatic advances in telecommunications have made this possible. They have provided the technical underpinnings for the information revolution. The consequence of this is that the modern organisation needs a sound telecommunications infrastructure in order to survive. The vast array of telecommunications media, such as fibre, satellite, copper, wireless and cellular networks can lead to very specialized and often complex configurations. Telecommunication specialists ensure that this essential infrastructure is stable and robust. Qualifications offered at SBCS City and Guilds: Advanced Diploma in Applied Telecommunications City and Guilds: Diploma in Applied Telecommunications City and Guilds: Certificate in Applied Telecommunications Career Opportunities Qualities required Details: SBCS: City and Guilds: Telecommunications Technician, Senior Telecommunications Technician, Telecommunications Manager, Senior Telecommunications Manager Practical, love working with cutting edge technology, ability to translate technical jargon into the language of business. See flow chart 50

17 TELECOMMUNICATIONS CAREER PATHWAY At SBCS 4 CXC/O Levels inclusive of Mathematics and English City & Guilds: Certificate in Applied Telecommunications 1 year City & Guilds: Diploma in Applied Telecommunications 1 year City & Guilds: Advanced Diploma in Applied Telecommunications 1 year *Subject to ACTT/MTEST approval 51